Glistening Blood: equivalents & matches
Army Painter · D&D Nolzur's Marvelous Pigments Wash. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #BB2929
finish translucent
type wash
family Red
Updated 17 July 2026
Closest equivalents in other brands
ΔE2000 color distance:0-2 nearly identical2-5 close match6-10 noticeable difference10+ different color
Screen preview: paint swatches on screen are approximate: finish, lighting, night-mode filters and display calibration all change what you see. Use them to compare relative differences, then confirm with the physical paint when finish and final appearance matter.
Vallejo
Cardinal Purple
ΔE 2.4 · close match
Citadel
Baal Red
ΔE 3.5 · close match
AK Interactive
Clear Red
ΔE 4.0 · close match
Two Thin Coats
Warm Brown Ink
ΔE 4.0 · close match
Scale75
Inktense Red
ΔE 5.1 · noticeable difference
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash
ΔE 15.5 · different color
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Baal Red
Cardinal Purple · 72.408
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Vallejo equivalent of Glistening Blood?
The closest Vallejo match for Army Painter Glistening Blood is Cardinal Purple (72.408, Xpress Color) with a ΔE2000 distance of 2.4 (close match).
What color is Glistening Blood?
Glistening Blood is a translucent red miniature paint from Army Painter (D&D Nolzur's Marvelous Pigments Wash). Its screen color is approximately #BB2929 with a translucent finish.